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Over the past few years, you’ve probably seen a whole lot of headlines about how home prices keep going up. But have you ever stopped to think about what that actually means for your home?Home

The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House NoticedIn a recent survey, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) asked sellers what they want most from a real estate.

Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes TodayToday, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult

When Will Mortgage Rates Come Down?One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down? After several years of rising rates and a lot of bouncing

Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs;

Control the Controllables If You’re Worried About Mortgage RatesChances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now, and all you really want to hear is that they’re

Don’t Miss Out on the Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance ProgramsWith rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s

Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their

How Long Will It Take To Sell Your House?As you’re getting ready to sell your house, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is, “how long is this going to

The Best Time To Buy a Home This YearA shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into

The Surprising Amount of Home Equity You’ve Gained over the YearsThere are a number of reasons you may be thinking about selling your house. And as you weigh your options,

The Latest on the Luxury Home MarketLuxury living is about more than just stunning views and cutting-edge smart home technology—it's about elevating your lifestyle. And if you're in the market

Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing MarketIf you haven’t already heard, homebuyers are regaining some negotiating power in today’s market. And while that

3 Reasons Why We’re Not Headed for a Housing CrashSome HighlightsBack in 2008, there was an oversupply of homes for sale. Today, there’s an undersupply. The three main sources

The Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right NowThe housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity at the same

How To Determine if You’re Ready To Buy a HomeIf you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re

Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the ControllablesChances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now. You may even see some headlines talking about last week&rsquo&

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching UpYou may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three

Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs To KnowIf homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings. And a big priority is

More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of HomeownershipWith all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a

Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider ThisIf one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some

What's Motivating Your Move?Thinking about selling your house? As you make your decision, consider what's pushing you to think about moving. A recent survey from Realtor.com 

Myths About the 2024 Housing Market Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are some myths circling around right now.Some of the more common ones are that it;

Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But that’s starting to change.The graph

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on

Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here's

What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why you’ve put your plans on

What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a HomeIf you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a

Achieve Your Dream of Homeownership with Condos and Townhomes Some HighlightsIf you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget,&

Bridging the Gaps on the Road to HomeownershipHomeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has

What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates?Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they

Why Pre-Approval Is Even More Important This YearOn the road to becoming a homeowner? If so, you may have heard the term pre-approval get tossed around. Let’s break down what it

There’s No Foreclosure Wave in SightSome HighlightsHeadlines saying foreclosures are rising might make you feel uneasy. But the truth is, there’s no need to worry.If you look

Will a Silver Tsunami Change the 2024 Housing Market?Have you ever heard the term “Silver Tsunami” and wondered what it's all about? If so, that might be because there’s

The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net WorthIf you're trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home this year, here's a powerful insight that could give you the clarity and

The Perfect Home Could Be the One You Perfect After BuyingThere’s no denying mortgage rates and home prices are higher now than they were last year and that’s

Your Homebuying Adventure Some HighlightsHere are the key milestones you’ll encounter on your path to homeownership. From building your team, to house hunting, all the way

Experts Project Home Prices Will Rise over the Next 5 YearsEven with so much data showing home prices are actually rising in most of the country, there are still a lot of people who

Is Owning a Home Still the American Dream for Younger Buyers?Everyone has their own idea of the American Dream, and it's different for each person. But, in a recent survey by ,

Why Homeowners Feel Thankful for Their Homes Some HighlightsHere are three reasons why homeowners feel thankful for their homes. First, it’s a safe place that can give you a

People Are Still Moving, Even with Today’s Affordability ChallengesIf you're thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now

The Latest 2024 Housing Market ForecastThe new year is right around the corner, and you might be wondering if 2024 will be the right time to buy or sell a home. If you want to make

The Benefits of Buying a Multi-Generational Home Some HighlightsIf you’re ready to buy a home but are having a hard time affording it on your own, or, if you have

Unmasking Scary Myths about Today’s Housing Market Some HighlightsHere’s what you really need to know about a few myths causing fear in today’s 

Why Home Prices Keep Going UpIf you've ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you're no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices

Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?During the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away

Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home PricesIf you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably:

Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s

Owning Your Home Helps You Build WealthYou may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of good reasons to

Explaining Today’s Mortgage RatesIf you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them.

Home Prices Are ReboundingIf you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to.

July 14, 2023Good Morning. Happy Bastille Day! On July 14th, 1789 the French assembly stormed a fortified-prison where they presumed there were a multitude of political prisoners (actually just

Dated: July 13 2023If you are looking to buy or sell over the coming months, you are going to want to know multiple things about your market, but one of the most valuable might be what kind of

Renting or Selling Your House: What's the Best Move?If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of

Key Reasons To Use a Real Estate Agent When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsAn agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise to the sales

The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your OwnSelling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For Sale by Owner), they often

This Real Estate Market Is the Strongest of Our LifetimeWhen you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see this is one of the most

Tony GrahamResourcesListingsContact Market Update for 202301 Jun 2023  by Tony GrahamThere’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since

The Benefits of Selling Now, According to ExpertsIf you’re trying to decide if now’s the time to sell your house, here’s what you should know. The limited number of homes available

May 19, 2023Good Morning. To all of those high school seniors out there who are about to attend graduation this week, you'll just never know. Back in our day when you went to graduation, you

What You Need To Know About Home Price NewsThe National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales Report tomorrow. The information it contains on home prices may

The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind UsIf you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet

May 12, 2023Good Morning. As many of you know, today wraps-up teacher appreciation week. For those who didn't know until that last sentence, there is still time! We know that our teachers are a

The Impact of Inflation on Mortgage RatesIf you’re reading headlines about inflation or mortgage rates, you may see something about the recent decision from the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But

Is It Worth the Expense to Install Solar Panels on Your Home in Oklahoma?With the rising costs of electricity and increasing environmental concerns, many homeowners are considering solar energy as a

What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this

The Power of Pre-ApprovalIf you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few homes on the market right now, plus higher mortgage rates, it

Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home Some HighlightsSince inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.Energy prices have

What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the

5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying HomesIn the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t.

The Big Advantage If You Sell This SpringThinking about selling your house? If you’ve been waiting for the right time, it could be now while the supply of homes for sale is so low. HousingWire

The real estate market across the world has been volatile for the past three years and Oklahoma is no exception to that. After dramatic shifts into a frenzied seller’s market followed by

Get Ready: The Best Time To List Your House Is Almost HereIf you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast

Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, there are a few things you should 

An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your HouseIf you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the market is changing and

Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense

In the Oklahoma City real estate scene, the pickings are slim, and the homes are few. The inventory of available properties is at all-time lows in some areas, leaving eager buyers scouring the

The 3 Factors That Affect Home AffordabilityIf you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage RatesLast year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up

Today’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years AgoThere’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one from the past couple of years. In the

What Will The Oklahoma Real Estate Market Look Like In 2023?As you begin to make your plans for 2023, you will want to know what kind of market you will be looking at when it comes to buying or

With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions in the housing market are different today. And if you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to

Are Below List Price Offers And Seller Paid Buyer Closing Costs Working Again?Dated: December 20 2022As we look to a new year, it is important for potential home buyers and sellers to understand how

How Buyer Traffic Is Changing Yet... Staying The Same?Dated: December 14 2022In a seemingly ever-changing real estate market, we have another change. Buyer traffic is down overall. You can see in

Mortgage Rates Will Come Down, It’s Just a Matter of TimeThis past year, rising mortgage rates have slowed the red-hot housing market. Over the past nine months, we’ve seen fewer

Why It May Be Time To Add Newly Built Homes to Your SearchIf you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good

 Centennial  405-266-5973  Contact UsSearchSellAgentsProperty ManagementMore Sign InSo How's The Market?Dated: November 7 2022Views: 15So how’s the market? As

November 4, 2022Good Morning. We know there are potential severe storms today, Tom and Gisele's are heartbroken and a contentious election day awaits Tuesday, but we are trained to find the

Now that the average 30-year mortgage rates are hovering around 7%, many potential sellers are wondering if it is still possible to sell their homes in this market. After a period of record

Upcoming Discount Days For HousesDated: October 17 2022Views: 27Our upcoming holiday shopping season will be filled with days like Prime Day, Black Friday and even Cyber Monday, but what about

Good Morning. As we all struggle not to eat the giant bags of candy meant for neighborhood kids like an NFL defensive lineman trying to avoid a roughing the passer penalty, just know that we

Dated: August 1 2022Views: 26While we see national stats portraying a real estate market that may have peaked, it is important to keep in mind that each local real estate market is different.

While many may think that the current state of the real estate market is similar to what was experienced in the years leading up to the housing crisis of ‘08 - the data tells a much different

Current Mortgage Interest Rates, March 9, 2022 | Rates Stay LowerJason StaufferMarch 9, 2022 | 5 MIN READFacebookTwitterEmailSMSEditorial IndependenceWe want to help you make more informed

4 REASONS WE'LL SEE MORE REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY THIS WINTERInventory. This one word has a big impact on pretty much every factor of the real estate market.In the past year, inventory has continued its

How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate MarketIf you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the

Working From HomeMany employees are being asked to work remotely. If you’re transitioning to a home office for the first time, it’s important to create a designated space for work ;

This is the first of part of a short series about how to make the most of staying at home   Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), many of us are spending a lot more